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Decanting wine is no new concept – in fact, the Romans first caught onto the art of decanting as they let their wine sit for hours to enhance aromas and banish harsh tannins. This centuries-old practice is s...

It is no secret that the best home décor pieces can come from the most innocuous items, allowing you to update your interior setting with that special one-of-a-kind piece. In a time where we are increasingly...

Discover everything there is to know about wine storage and appreciation with Grand Cru founder and CEO Matthew Gerard.   The Grand Cru Wine Fridges website is the best place to start your wine fridge jou...

Restaurants, cafes and bars are throwing their doors back open after a difficult past few months of lockdown. While the COVID-19 crisis has dealt the hospitality sector a cruel blow, the easing of restrictio...

Become a part of the Cru as founder and CEO Matthew Gerard explains our commitment to meeting your wine storage requirements.   The personalised journey starts with my wife and I building and coming up wi...

It’s no secret that some of us are paying more attention to our health and fitness than ever before. From clean eating to organic options, we are all look to swap out our favourite treats for a healthier alt...

Discover the innovative luxury of the Label View range with Grand Cru founder and CEO Matthew Gerard.   I think it’s a shame that when you’ve bought some really expensive wine – you might have bought some...

It is the question on the minds of wine lovers and wannabe aficionados alike – just how much should you be spending on a bottle of wine to get the best value? We have all had our moments where we’ve poured ...

In the market for a wine fridge? Matthew Gerard, founder and CEO of Grand Cru, explains why the Wine Fridge Finder is perfect for you.   Wine storage should be simple but it often isn’t. You might have bo...

Thermostats barely reaching double figures. Winter coats being pried out from the depths of our wardrobes. Resolving to never leave the house without our scarves or beanies. It must be a sign that winter is...

Grand Cru Wine Fridges founder and CEO Matthew Gerard explains how the company’s name came to be and what it means.  The name Grand Cru came about in quite a nice way – my wife and I were on the couch one...

Wine is best enjoyed with other people, living up to its reputation of bringing people together. However, it is hard to appreciate wine with your fellow aficionados when the current coronavirus lockdown has ...